Westmalle Trappist Tripel | Brouwerij Westmalle

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Overall - Solid trappist ale. Nothing beats Rochefort and Orval for me, but this is a great beer when compared to pretty much all other beers. Not sure it's worth the price tag; Rochefort and Orval are, but this isn't quite up there.

T - Confectionary sweetness up front with that floral and fruity notes found in the aroma to finish things off. The flavors dance on the palate after each sip, yet the beer finishes quite dry. (5.0)

M - Full body with creamy carbonation with a dry, hoppy finish to make this the perfect aperitif to a full-course meal. The drinkability is remarkable with absolutely no hint of alcohol. (5.0)

O - There are absolutely no faults with this Tripel. This is the gold standard by which to measure all others who call themselves Tripels. Having the opportunity to have it both fresh (up to 6 months) and aged (6+ months), both are stellar but fresh is the best for Westmalle Tripel. At 1.85Euro a bottle in Belgium (grocery store price), it should come as no surprise that the employees are restocking the shelves regularly. (5.0)

A classic tripel, but a few points subtracted for an overly carbonated mouth feel, which is not optimal for my taste, but that mellows off after a little while though. One of the must-try Belgians, and after a year or so of obsessing over quads, a reminder that the Tripel has many joys of its own.